Sperm Tested For HPV?

Always HopefulAlways Hopeful Posts: 18
in Ask California Cryobank
Hi,

Is CCB donor sperm tested for HPV?

If not, why not?

I know it is said that a lot of adults have it, but I've always been negative for it.

It would be horrible to catch it now.

Thanks.

Comments

  • cryo-admincryo-admin Posts: 4,538
    Straight from our Palo Alto Lab Manager:

    California Cryobank screens all of our donors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted diseases, including HPV, by excluding donors with known risk factors. Each donor is also given a physical examination with particular attention to the genital area for evidence of HPV infection. There are no FDA approved tests for routine screening of semen donors for HPV. CCB only uses tests that have been validated for both accuracy and reliability, and are licensed by the FDA. They are performed in an independent licensed and accredited laboratory. We believe that the use of unproven tests and methods with claims of improved safety constitute false and misleading advertising. (http://www.cryobank.com/Learning-Center/FAQ/#general-21:)

    Good luck,

    Scott
    CCB
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